West Nusa Tenggara

Lombok and Sumbawa, east of Bali, popular for the Gili Islands, Mount Rinjani and surf beaches.

West Nusa Tenggara consists of the islands of Lombok and Sumbawa, and its capital is Mataram. The Gili Islands off northwest Lombok are known for white sand, snorkeling and a laid-back, motor-vehicle-free atmosphere. Mount Rinjani is a popular multi-day trek with a crater lake at the summit. The Kuta area in the south has beautiful bays, surf spots and the Mandalika circuit. Sumbawa has surf breaks and unspoiled scenery such as Moyo Island. The dry season, Apr–Oct, is best, and Rinjani is closed in the rainy season. The main gateway is Lombok International Airport, and you can also take a fast boat from Bali.

Destinations

• Lombok & Gili Islands
• Kuta Lombok

Itineraries

• Lombok Loop & Gili Air – From the bays of South Lombok to the central rice paddies, northern waterfalls, and on to Gili Air, returning to Bali b…
• Mount Rinjani Crater Crossing Trek – A classic 3-day, 2-night crossing starting from Sembalun, summiting, descending to the crater lake, and exiting via Sen…
• Ubud, Gili Air and the Cliffs – Two nights in Ubud, two nights of snorkeling on Gili Air after a fast-boat ride, then back to Bali, staying in Uluwatu…